Travelling or relocating to Australia

Australia is the sixth largest continent in the world, yet it has the lowest population density, with only two people per square kilometre. In fact Australia's population is only 19.4 million (DFAT, 2001).

From the Sydney Opera house, to Ayers Rock, Australia is a land of contrasts. Harsh deserts to huge grazing lands; sweeping golden beaches, and exotic coral reefs to mountain ranges; and tropical rainforests to modern cities. It is renowned around the world for its stunning landscapes. Surrounded by the Indian and Pacific Oceans, Australia is home to an abundance of animals and plants, many of which are unique to the continent.

Australia is often referred to as the "Lucky Country", with its spacious surroundings, high standard of living, excellent health and education system, temperate climate, wide and varied landscape, political and economic stability, and a general quality of life envied by many around the world.


Australian Culture

Although Australia was not officially settled by European explorers until 1788, evidence suggests the land had already been inhabited by Aboriginal people for more than 60,000 years. Nowadays it is believed the Aboriginals are the world's oldest civilisation.

Just as the land is diverse, so are the people. Nearly 25% of the population was born outside of Australia and have ethnic ties with over 140 countries. This melting pot of cultures range from the indigenous groups, to early European settlement, particularly the UK and Ireland, to immigration from countries across the globe, including Italy, Greece, China, Vietnam, the Philippines, India and Sri Lanka

In fact, although English is the official language of Australia, more than 2.4 million of the country's population speak another language at home.

Moving to Australia

The appeal of Australia is evident in the large number of people who migrate under the Department of Immigration & Multicultural & Indigenous Affairs (DIMIA) Migration Program every year. Over 100,000 people will migrate to Australia every year for the next four years, further enhancing the existing multicultural population.

The immigration application process is relatively straightforward, and it is possible to change your immigration status after arrival in Australia. The immigration system is based upon strict adherence to specific law and guidelines which are reviewed on a regular basis.

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Some information about moving with UPaKWeShip

UPakWeShip are not your usual moving company! We realize there is no shortage of companies that can move you overseas. Let us explain how we are different. UPakWeShip has a variety of services to meet every need. We offer full shipping containers, baggage moves, and everything in between.

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Moving companies make the profits from packing large shipments. Because of this most moving companies have no interest in small shipments or do not offer discounts if you pack your boxes yourself.

Some moving companies will even tell you that your shipment will be seized by customs overseas if it is not professionally packed

We are not a moving company, we are an international SHIPPING company, and we will work WITH you.

We specialize in small shipments and we welcome your self-packed boxes. The truth is that customs DOES NOT require that boxes be professionally packed, as long a detailed list of the contents of the box is provided. We also believe that YOU will do a more careful and thorough job packing your items than will the employee of a moving company.

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We are also different because we publish our all-inclusive rates on our Website; we do not like surprises anymore than you do. If you do not find the rate you need just ask; we are usually able to answer your request the same day. We pride ourselves on our prompt responses to your questions and our ability to find the SHIPPING solution that works best for you.

Our Website is full of information and remember you can always feel free to call or email us with your questions.

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UPaKWeShip Moving Tips: Visits to Australia

Orientation, home-finding, and other preparation for employment can be conducted under short term business status. It is also possible for some applicants to convert from visitor to employment status without leaving Australia.

For further information on immigration and immigration status in Australia click the link below:
http://www.emigra.com/resource/country_profiles.asp?country_id=8